1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 534 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Signum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
